Permits

Permits must be obtained in the Traffic Engineering office. When you request your permit, please have with you all the required information as stated with each permit description. Direct any questions to the Traffic Engineering office.

Driveway

Application for a permit to construct, reconstruct, alter, remove or replace any driveway approach, or a curb, guttering or sidewalk in connection with such driveway approach work, shall include a plot plan, per Sec. 98-114 of Springfield City Code. More information...

Excavation

No person shall make an excavation within the rights-of-way limits of any street, alley or sidewalk without first obtaining a permit, per Sec. 98-43 of Springfield City Code. A drawing or plat is required for an excavation permit (except for the installation of a sewer connection), per Sec. 98-46. A cash deposit or a surety bond is required per Sec. 98-44. An original copy of an Excavation Bond in the amount of $5000, or amount comparable to cost of project is required. If a new bond form is needed, please call 417.864.1980. More information...